Junjarwad - Athni, Belagavi
Junjarwad is a village situated in the Athni taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 35 km from Athani and around 175 km from Belgaum. Junjarwadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Junjarwad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Junjarwad is 597353. The village covers a total geographical area of 1525.11 hectares and falls under the 591230 pincode. Jamkhandi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Junjarwad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Junjarwad
According to the 2011 Census, Junjarwad village had a total population of 4,062 people, including 2,113 males and 1,949 females, living in 877 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.00%, with male literacy at 66.84% and female literacy at 54.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 887, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,062 | 2,113 | 1,949 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 649 | 361 | 288 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 887 | 455 | 432 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,082 | 1,171 | 911 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,980 | 942 | 1,038 |
Nearby Villages of Junjarwad
Junjarwad is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tubachi | East | 2.69 km |
| Muttur | South | 3.52 km |
| Suttatti | North | 4.01 km |
| Shirahatti | West | 4.57 km |
| Maigur | South-West | 5.07 km |
| Shurpali | South-East | 5.22 km |
| Kankanawadi | South | 6.58 km |
| Dhabadhabahatti | North-West | 6.80 km |
| Albal | South | 7.15 km |
| Tungal | North-East | 7.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Junjarwad
Junjarwad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kudachi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jamkhandi to Junjarwad is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Junjarwad is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Junjarwad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Junjarwad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Junjarwad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Junjarwad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Junjarwad
Where is Junjarwad located?
Junjarwad village is located in Athni Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Junjarwad?
The Gram Panchayat of Junjarwad is Junjarwadi.
What is the pincode of Junjarwad?
The pincode of Junjarwad is 591230.
What is the population of Junjarwad?
Junjarwad had a total population of 4,062, including 2,113 males and 1,949 females.
How many households are there in Junjarwad?
Junjarwad had 877 households.
What is the literacy rate in Junjarwad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Junjarwad was 61.00%. Male literacy was 66.84% and female literacy was 54.85%.